Applications of Seismic Geophysical Techniques to the Exploration and Development of Geothermal Resources

J. Hild, J. Pfeiffer, S. HodgesZapata Inc., US

Keywords: geothermal, seismic, case studies

Abstract:

Three case studies showing the application of seismic methods to Geothermal Exploration and Development. The case studies are: using seismic to find more hot water leading to an increase in energy production; seismic to understand the geologic structure; passive seismic to monitor induced earthquakes during geothermal field development.